A retired Army officer has been defrauded of ₹23 lakh under the guise of securing government jobs for his family members. The Delhi Police have arrested Shibin Raj, a 38-year-old from Thiruvananthapuram, in connection with the scam.

Raj allegedly deceived the retired officer by promising jobs in the Income Tax Department for his daughter and relatives. Law enforcement officials apprehended Raj from a dormitory in Paharganj following a tip-off. A subsequent search of the premises led to the discovery of fake Income Tax identity cards, forged appointment letters, and various banking credentials.

This is not the first accusation against Raj, who has a history of fraudulent activities. The police are currently intensifying their efforts to locate a co-accused, Manish Pandey, who allegedly posed as an official during the scam. Investigations are ongoing to identify other potential victims, trace the flow of illicit funds, and recover the defrauded money.

In a similar case from September 2025, a retired soldier in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, was cheated of ₹9.5 lakh after being promised a government job. The fraudster provided a fake joining letter to make the offer appear legitimate. Ashok Kumar Kushwaha, the victim, reported that Rajesh Kumar Rajbhar had claimed he could secure him a position as a Telecommunication Civil Engineer at the Military College of Communication Engineering, Mahu. After receiving the money in his and his wife's bank accounts, Rajbhar disappeared.

These incidents highlight a concerning trend of fraudsters targeting retired army personnel with promises of government jobs. In light of these scams, the police have issued warnings to the public, urging them to exercise caution and refrain from trusting individuals who promise government jobs in exchange for money.

In another case, a retired army captain in Chandigarh lost ₹85,000 to a job scam in August 2024. The fraudsters, operating under the name "Prefect Solution Security Service," lured the victim with the promise of opening a branch in Una, exclusively hiring retired soldiers. The victim was asked to deposit an initial security deposit and was promised a monthly salary, but ultimately lost his money.

These instances serve as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and due diligence when encountering job offers, especially those that seem too good to be true. It is crucial to verify the legitimacy of the offering organization and individuals involved before making any financial commitments.